Outlook: One of the greatest runs in Section V history — seven sectional titles in seven years — could continue. There is excitement to see Zembiec, who completed 55 percent of his passes for 1,075 yards and six touchdowns last season as a freshman, after he attended some notable college football camps this summer. No wonder the Little Irish have moved more into a spread offense. There are eight starters back on offense in all, including guards Ryan Miller and Anthony Price. A defense that is usually formidable in the postseason will be anchored by 5-foot-10, 280-pound senior tackles Emilio Zuniga and Mike Holley.

Outlook: This may be the finest era of Pittsford Panthers football, with three sectional runner-up finishes in the last three years. Can the Panthers clear that last hurdle? If they do, it’s likely to be with a familiar approach. A power-running game behind strong linemen has worked on offense. The defenses have featured blitzes to dictate the action. There are eight new starters on both sides of the ball however, but Molinch said those players have taken advantage of opportunities to prepare themselves.

3. East Irondequoit Eastridge

Coach: Chad Green (eighth year, 47-19). Last year: Section V Class A champion, lost to Sweet Home in state quarterfinals.

Overlook: The roster is described as overhauled, but there is a belief that the Lancers won’t step too far back. Eastridge has not lost a regular season game in two seasons. This season’s team has good speed on both sides of the ball, and this should really show on defense. And opponents still must prepare themselves for parts of a double-wing offense, not easy to do in a week at the high school level.

Overlook: Lipani said this is one of the most inexperienced Hilton teams he will coach with four sophomores and a freshman expected to play a significant numbers of snaps. That said, the Cadets are almost sure to play like they do every year under this coaching staff: hard and physical. Veteran linemen like Anten, Reed and Schwartzmeier, who has committed to State University at Buffalo, can make a big difference. How and who will score for the Cadets? Again, Hilton usually finds answers to those questions, too.

5. Victor

Coach: Geoff Mandile (third year, 12-4). Last year: Lost to Canandaigua in Class A quarterfinals.

Outlook: The Blue Devils should be in the top mix inside of a competitive Class A in Section V. Wagner, a third-year starter, can beat defenses with runs and has a variety of receivers to throw to, including tall wideouts. There is a decent amount of experience among the six returners on defense, including linebackers Joe Carrier and Kyle Collins. The Blue Devils have replaced every member of the offensive line except Hernandez.

Outlook: The Warriors should have a good chance at returning to sectionals, especially if their offense has improved. The starting quarterback is junior Brett Segala and there is talk about speedy transfer Bam Akinniyi. More good news includes eight starters back on defense. Third-year players Zilliox, Joiner and defensive lineman Jake Whitford should make the defense an effective unit.

7. Fairport

Coach: David Whitcomb (35th year). Last year: 3-5, lost to Hilton in Class AA quarterfinals.

Outlook: Can Fairport get past the first round of sectionals? You can see it if Young, a back with speed, vision and power, has room to run and patience. Kreskey and Horne are the foundation of a line that can be effective, according to Whitcomb. There are a lot of new parts on offense however, as in eight new starters. The Red Raiders want to play with more speed on defense, and help a team hold its own in a balanced Monroe County division and ‘AA’ sectional classification.

Outlook: This might be one of the few teams that can come out and say it should make it to sectionals. Webb, who has verbally committed to Rutgers, is one of nine starters back on offense. There are seven defenders from last season’s back, including linebackers Joshua Hurley and Martin Peace. Quarterback Zach Nathan is a 6-4 senior in his first season as a starter with help, according to Benham. “There’s plenty of guys out there who can make plays,’’ Benham said.

9. Canandaigua

Coach: Jeff Welch (third year, 8-10). Last year: 6-4, lost to Eastridge in Class A final.

Outlook: There is a level respect about how Canandaigua made it to a sectional final with three losses. Canandaigua probably will not go undefeated but could be a sectional title contender along with former rival Victor. The coaches like what the team has among its backs and receivers, and they will function behind and work with an experienced offensive line. There are questions about the defense, but Canandaigua has some large linemen, which should help stop running games.

Outlook: The Royal Comets are young and talented, so it may be difficult to match the won-loss records of their recent teams. This year’s roster includes 14 sophomores and two freshmen, and how fair is it to expect Rush-Henreitta’s offensive and defensive lines to match last year’s experienced and strong unit? “We need to be a team that controls tempo, get first downs and stay on offense,’’ Montesano said. Fecik is the only starter back on either side of the ball. “When you look up a Rush-Henrietta football player he’s the guy,” Montesano said. “Tough, scrappy and dependable.”